CNC Applications Engineer — Machining Process Optimization

Genuine Search Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Search Group is partnering with a well-established CNC automation solutions provider to hire an Applications Engineer in Indianapolis. The role blends hands-on CNC programming with customer interaction to develop machining solutions and optimize manufacturing processes.

You will write CNC programs from scratch, create machining strategies with CAD/CAM software, select tooling and workholding, and drive continuous improvement to improve quality and cycle times.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC programming in a manufacturing/automation setting.
• Ability to write CNC programs from scratch.
• Strong CAD/CAM programming experience.
• Deep knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and fixturing.
• Experience reducing cycle times and improving efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs from scratch for customer applications and demos.
• Use CAD/CAM to create efficient machining strategies and toolpaths.
• Evaluate part prints and manufacturing requirements to optimize processes.
• Recommend tooling, workholding, fixturing, and parameters.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Conduct machine demonstrations and customer trials.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and customers on solutions.
• Troubleshoot machining, programming, tooling, and processes.
• Provide technical support throughout sales and implementation.

Skills

CNC programming

CAD/CAM

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Assoc/BS in ME

Tools

CAD software

CAM software

Job description

Genuine Search Group is partnering with a well-established CNC automation solutions provider to hire an Applications Engineer in Indianapolis. The role blends hands-on CNC programming with customer interaction to develop machining solutions and optimize manufacturing processes.

You will write CNC programs from scratch, create machining strategies with CAD/CAM software, select tooling and workholding, and drive continuous improvement to improve quality and cycle times.